Gas Operative

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Support Operative to assist in repairing gas escapes and maintaining gas service pipes. This role involves responding to emergencies, conducting surveys, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving license and a willingness to learn. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential utility services while being part of a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Open to applications at all levels, requiring a full UK driving license.
• Salary depends on experience and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in locating and repairing public-reported gas escapes.
• Respond to emergencies and support diagnostic work on the network.
• Provide training and support to teams involved in gas operations.

Skills

Gas Service Repair

Pipework Maintenance

Emergency Response

Technical Documentation

Education

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The Support Operative will assist the Team Leader in activities related to locating and repairing public-reported gas escapes. Responsibilities include making safe and repairing gas service pipes or mains, re-assessing previously visited escapes, laying mains and/or services in diameter, and carrying out mains/service isolations.

Activities include supporting the classification and programming of gas escapes, testing, survey, detection, and diagnostic work on the network and in gas consumer's premises.

The job holder will be required to fulfill Principal Accountabilities, including:

• Receiving instructions via data and verbal requests, planning and organizing resources, and making appropriate arrangements for efficient work execution.
• Assisting in laying, connecting, disconnecting, commissioning, decommissioning, and maintaining pipework, associated plant, and equipment, including non-routine work or specialist tasks.
• Responding to emergencies, participating in standby, and assisting in testing, surveying, detection, and diagnostic work.
• Ensuring excavation, backfill, reinstatement, and repair work meet standards, including waste removal.
• Providing training, advice, guidance, and support to teams and individuals involved in the operation and maintenance of the gas transportation system.
• Offering advice and support to third parties operating on or near the gas transportation system.
• Assisting in gathering information and preparing reports, including technical documentation.
• Managing equipment, goods, and materials ordering, receipt, inspection, storage, stock control, handling, and issue in accordance with standards and procedures.

Work within and promote team working and development to achieve business objectives and improve performance.

Experience and Qualifications

We are open to applications at all levels. Salary will depend on experience and certifications upon request. A full UK driving license is required.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a full benefits package.

Network Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

We are Armed Forces-friendly and welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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Network Plus delivers essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK and values the experience and diversity of its workforce, clients, and supply chain. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and included, regardless of background or circumstances.